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Shivo Guest House

Kiembi Samaki (Near Stone Town)

Located within 7.3 km of Peace Memorial Museum and 8 km of St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral, Shivo Guest House offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kiembi Samaki.

M
Musa
From
Tanzania
Was nice mad clean the stuff was so kind
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 933 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults
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Zava House Stone town

Zanzibar City (Near Stone Town)

Offering city views, Zava House Stone town is an accommodation set in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach and 700 metres from Peace Memorial Museum.

M
Mirre
From
Netherlands
Clean. Very nice staff. Big room. Lot of space. Good showers. Good location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 731 reviews
Price from
US$28.35
1 night, 2 adults
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Mama's House

Kibweni (Near Stone Town)

Boasting a garden and views of garden, Mama's House is a recently renovated homestay situated in Kibweni, 7.2 km from Peace Memorial Museum.

P
Paula94
From
Poland
Everything was soo awesome. The room for guest had a very comfortable bed, smart tv and shower with hot water :) the garden is so lovely, i love plants a lot and this was really paradise for us. Our host speak english very well and is so nice, he is helpfull human and we really feel like in home. House is located near to Ston town. We can use dala -dala, 8 km and you can join wonderful beaches and a lot of different places. Is no in tourist place and we love it! When you decide chose Mama's house, you can live between local people, talk with them, see their culture and just have fun.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews
Price from
US$22
1 night, 2 adults
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Nashu House Stone Town

Ngambo (Near Stone Town)

Set in Ngambo, 100 metres from Stone Town Beach, Nashu House Stone Town offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and concierge services.

M
Martin
From
South Africa
Very clean. Air conditioners worked very well. Centrally located and near ferry. Wonderful staff. Kitchenette where one could prepare own meals which helps save money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews
Price from
US$36
1 night, 2 adults
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Shoki Shoki Guest House

Zanzibar City (Near Stone Town)

Situated in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach and 700 metres from Peace Memorial Museum, Shoki Shoki Guest House offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

M
Miro
From
Croatia
Cosy, nice, friendly and good value
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 682 reviews
Price from
US$52.75
1 night, 2 adults
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BABAbora house

Ngambo (Near Stone Town)

Located within 200 metres of Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km of Peace Memorial Museum, BABAbora house offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Ngambo.

H
Hadad
From
Kenya
The owner baba bora and the workers Alex and ashwaq were kind , friendly and ready to assist to anything … thanks for everything
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
US$18.49
1 night, 2 adults
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Kwale Residence

Zanzibar City (Near Stone Town)

6.5 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Kwale Residence is a recently renovated property set in Zanzibar City and offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

S
Said
From
Tanzania
The room was cozy, peaceful, and comfortable, for me to concentrate and get some work done.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Price from
US$37.26
1 night, 2 adults
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Lofihouse

Zanzibar City (Near Stone Town)

Set in Zanzibar City, near Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and Hamamni Persian Baths, Lofihouse has a terrace.

R
Rodney
From
Australia
Location, staff, help to organise trips and transport help
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
Price from
US$28.80
1 night, 2 adults
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Balcony Bliss & Private Bath at Mamdalis

Ngambo (Near Stone Town)

A recently renovated property, Balcony Bliss & Private Bath at Mamdalis is situated in Ngambo near Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar.

C
Carolien
From
Netherlands
Just 20 second walk to have a swim and th owner was really friendly, thank you for my lovely stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$20.90
1 night, 2 adults
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Zanzibar Vintage House

Stone Town

Located 500 metres from Stone Town Beach, Zanzibar Vintage House offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a shared lounge.

I
Ida
From
United Kingdom
I loved everything that this beautiful house had to offer. Zanzibar Stone Town Culture House was big, spacious, clean and central. Very close to everything including the beach.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 682 reviews

    Situated in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach and 700 metres from Peace Memorial Museum, Shoki Shoki Guest House offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

    From US$72.11 per night

  • BABAbora house

    Ngambo
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

    Located within 200 metres of Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km of Peace Memorial Museum, BABAbora house offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Ngambo.

    From US$21.25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 788 reviews

    Malindi Guest House is located in Zanzibar City, 210 metres from the harbour and 450 metres from the ferry terminal. It has a 24-hour front desk, restaurant and guest lounge.

    From US$17.34 per night

  • GoGo Almas

    Zanzibar City
    Breakfast options

    Located 5.4 km from Cinema Afrique, 5.7 km from Old Dispensary and 6 km from Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar, GoGo Almas features accommodation set in Zanzibar City.

    From US$120 per night

  • Mama's House

    Kibweni
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

    Boasting a garden and views of garden, Mama's House is a recently renovated homestay situated in Kibweni, 7.2 km from Peace Memorial Museum.

    From US$17.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located within 10 km of Peace Memorial Museum and 8.7 km of Cinema Afrique, KijichiSpiceLodge provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Zanzibar City.

    From US$42.50 per night

  • Lofihouse

    Zanzibar City
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

    Set in Zanzibar City, near Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and Hamamni Persian Baths, Lofihouse has a terrace.

    From US$28.80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    Located in Zanzibar City within 200 metres of Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km of Peace Memorial Museum, Waiz designer provides rooms with free WiFi.

Save money on homestays in Stone Town and nearby – budget options available

  • Set within 200 metres of Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km of Peace Memorial Museum in Zanzibar City, Stone House & Apartment 3 offers accommodation with seating area and a kitchen.

    From US$63 per night

  • Zava House Stone town

    Zanzibar City
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 731 reviews

    Offering city views, Zava House Stone town is an accommodation set in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach and 700 metres from Peace Memorial Museum.

    From US$40.50 per night

  • Kwale Residence

    Zanzibar City
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

    6.5 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Kwale Residence is a recently renovated property set in Zanzibar City and offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

    From US$39.10 per night

  • miss tatu housings

    Zanzibar City
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.0
    Poor - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located 7.7 km from Peace Memorial Museum, 8.4 km from Hamamni Persian Baths and 8.9 km from Cinema Afrique, miss tatu housings offers accommodation set in Zanzibar City.

    From US$70 per night

  • The House of Royals

    Zanzibar City
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

    Situated within 10 km of Peace Memorial Museum and 8.9 km of Cinema Afrique in Zanzibar City, The House of Royals provides accommodation with seating area.

    From US$115 per night

  • Landing Bay Villa

    Zanzibar City
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located within 8.3 km of Peace Memorial Museum and 8.9 km of St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral, Landing Bay Villa offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Zanzibar City.

    From US$77 per night

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